Driving / Parking

Whether it be the multitude of places you can travel from, or the
ever-changing road blocks and occasional motorcades, driving in DC can be
complicated. For that reason, we recommend visitors travel from airports via
taxi when possible. For those of you familiar with the city, our general
location is NW DC, on 21st Street between L and M Streets. There is a small map
at the end of this document to give you an overview of our location.

The most convenient parking lot, operated by Interpark, is below our
building and accessible from 21st Street. Between L&M street, turn left
into the garage (there are two garages right next to each other - turn into the
one in Lafayette Center, in the red brick building). Once you take a ticket and
pass the attendant, immediately turn left, (there is a sign indicating
Lafayette II/Galleria parking.) Once in this section of the garage, there are
two sets of elevators - use the set that is for Lafayette II (NOT the
Galleria). This set will be against the wall of the garage, not in the center.
Take the elevator to the second floor.

In addition, there are several other parking garages near Lafayette Plaza,
on 20th Street and on L Street. Parking prices vary.

Continue on M St., through Georgetown passed the one gas station on the
left (at this point you’ll be bearing to the right onto Pennsylvania Ave.)

At the 2nd light past the gas station make an ANGLED LEFT turn onto L
street. The Columbia Condominiums will stay on your left side.

Continue to 20 th street, and turn left (north)

Continue to M street: turn left

The next street is 21 st street: turn left and go about ½ block to the
parking garage in Lafayette Center (see details below).

The most convenient parking lot, operated by Interpark, is below our
building and accessible from 21st Street. Between L&M street, turn left
into the garage (there are two garages right next to each other - turn into the
one in Lafayette Center, in the red brick building). Once you take a ticket and
pass the attendant, immediately turn left, (there is a sign indicating
Lafayette II/Galleria parking.) Once in this section of the garage, there are
two sets of elevators - use the set that is for Lafayette II (NOT the
Galleria). This set of elevators will be against the wall of the garage, not in
the center. Take the elevator to the Innovation Center on the second floor.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Washington National Airport is the closest airport to downtown Washington
and the Innovation Center. It is located across the Potomac River in Virginia,
five-and-a-half (5.5) miles from downtown. Allow 20-30 minutes drive time,
depending on time of day. Recommended transport from this airport is via taxi
and the fare is approximately $12.00 one way. Additional airport and ground
transport information: http://www.metwashairports.com/reagan/reagan.htm.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Dulles Airport is located in Northern Virginia and is approximately
twenty-six (26) miles from downtown Washington. Allow 50-60 minutes drive time.
Taxi fare is approximately $50.00 one way, and is our recommended transport
from this airport. Additional airport and ground transport information: http://www.metwashairports.com/dulles/dulles.htm.

Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)

BWI is located in Maryland, and it is approximately fifty (50) minutes drive
from downtown Washington. Taxi fare is approximately $40.00 one way. Additional
airport and ground transport information: http://www.bwiairport.com.

Rail Service into Union Station

Historic Union Station is located at the intersection of Massachusetts
Avenue, NE and North Capitol Street, near the U.S. Capitol. It connects the
Amtrak rail service with the Metrorail (local service) to Washington, Maryland
and Virginia. Most efficient transport from Union Station to the Innovation
Center is via taxi, and the fare is approximately $5.00.

MetroRail Service

The Metrorail (subway) system is an inexpensive, convenient means of getting
around the Washington metropolitan area. The base fare is $1.35 minimum up to
$3.90 during rush hour times; $2.35 maximum during non-rush hour times. The
Metro information line is (202) 637-7000. For more information: http://www.wmata.com/.

Closest stops to the Innovation Center:

From Farragut North (Red Line)

There are three
exits from the platform (indicated by red arrows in the detail map to
the right). Preferably, take the center stairs/escalator to the “L” street exit
which will bring you out to the SW Corner of Connecticut and L. From there,
turn left on “L” street and walk three blocks to 20th street and turn
right.

If you exit on the far end of the platform out the other “L” street exit,
upon exiting the escalator, you will need to turn right and cross Connecticut
avenue. Continue walking on "L" street three blocks to 20th street and turn
right.

If you should go out the K street exit, you’ll have to backtrack up
Connecticut to L, then walk three blocks to 20th.

Once on 20th street and L Street, you will find the Innovation Center is in
Lafayette Center, a red brick building on the left (West) side of 20th street.
Enter the building courtyard under the flags, walk almost to the next street
over (21st) street and look for the lobby entrance on the left marked with the
address 1133 21st Street, on an oval sign on one of building columns on your
left. From that lobby, take the elevator to the second floor, turn right and
you will be facing the entrance to the AT&T Innovation Center. Ring the
bell and a staff member will answer and direct you to your meeting room.

From Farragut West (Blue and Orange Lines)

Exit station via
escalator and turn left onto 18th street ("I" street will be on your right).
Walk 2 blocks to "L" street and turn left on L Street. Continue walking on "L"
street two blocks to 20th street and turn right. The Innovation Center is in
Lafayette Center, a red brick building on the left (West) side of 20th street.
Enter the building courtyard under the flags, walk almost to the next street
over (21st) street and look for the lobby entrance on the left marked with the
address 1133 21st Street, on an oval sign on one of building columns on your
left. From that lobby, take the elevator to the second floor, turn right and
you will be facing the entrance to the AT&T Innovation Center. Ring the
bell and a staff member will answer and direct you to your meeting room.

Center Hours of Operation

Typically, our operating hours are 8:45 am to 5:00 pm. After 6:00 PM, before
8:00 AM and on weekends, the building and elevators are locked. When event
hours extend beyond these times, we will make special arrangements in advance
to allow visitor access.